Homeowners rent shipping containers for many different reasons, including:
Using a shipping container for either short-term or long-term home storage is safe and secure. A standard 20’ container easily fits in most driveways or yards.
Consider the following business uses for shipping containers:
Depending on their storage needs and available space, businesses can use either 20’ or 40’ containers.
Like other businesses, construction companies and other contractors find plenty of uses for shipping containers, including:
Shipping containers aren’t just used in the private sector. Federal, state, and local government agencies also use shipping containers for things like:
There are many types of shipping containers available for different uses and users. Choose the type of container that best fits your individual needs.
Homeowners and small businesses often use shipping containers for storage. Standard storage containers are typically 20’ long with locking doors. If temperature is an issue, insulated and even refrigerated containers are available.
Shipping containers can be 20’ or 40’ long. Both size containers adhere to similar weight restrictions, although you get about twice the volume in a 40’ model. Containers designed for shipping are waterproof, so they can be shipped on cargo ships and stored on docks.
Conex containers, sometimes called ocean containers, are shipping containers designed for stacking on cargo ships, railway cars, or storage lots. These containers are economical for their size and very durable. They’re designed to standard sizes so that multiple containers can be easily stacked to maximize the use of space, just like building blocks. Conex containers are available in 20’, 40’, and 45’ sizes.
If you’re a homeowner or have a business with limited space, a 20’ shipping container is the ideal size. A 20’ container is also a good size for smaller commercial companies that want easy shipping.
Consider these key specifications:
Most 20’ containers are available in both standard (8’6”) and high-cube (9’6”) heights.
If a 20’ container isn’t big enough for your needs, consider a larger 40’ shipping container. This size is what most people think of when they envision a standard shipping or Conex container.
Consider these key specifications:
Most 40’ shipping containers come in two height options: standard (8’6”) or high-cube (9’6”).
Some items don’t easily fit into a standard-sized shipping container. If shipping or storing oversized items, consider using an open-sided container. This type of container lets you open the entire 20’ or 40’ side for easy loading and unloading of contents.
Some items are too tall to fit through standard container doors. If you have overly tall items, consider an open-top container that lets you load materials from the top. These containers come with either metal hard tops or canvas roofs.
A high-cube container is another option if you have overly tall items to ship or store. High-cube containers are 9’6” tall, compared to a normal container’s 8’6” height. That extra foot can make all the difference with taller items.
In some situations, you may need to access your container from either end. This calls for a double-door container, available in 20’ or 40’ sizes, in both normal and high-cube heights, that lets you access contents from both sides.
Consider an insulated container if you need to protect contents from heat or cold or in overly humid environments. Giant Lock Box offers various sizes of insulated containers for your specific needs.
A refrigerated container is a way to go if you need to ship or store food or other perishable items. Our refrigerated shipping containers will keep your goods at a constant temperature and humidity, from between -30 degrees to 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
Although prices vary, depending on features and shipping location, a new 20-foot container typically costs around $4,200.
Not surprisingly, a new 40-foot container costs more than a 20-foot container. Expect to pay about 20% to 40% more than a 20’ container, or in the $5,200 range.
You can save some money by purchasing used rather than new. Make sure that the used container is in good condition, of course. Used prices are about 60% of new prices, or in the $2,800 range for a used 20’ container and $3,700 for a used 40' high-cube shipping container.
If you’re looking for the best variety of quality shipping containers in Ohio, turn to the experts at Giant Lock Box. We offer both standard and specialized steel shipping containers in 20’ and 40’ sizes, for both sale and rental. We serve a variety of customers, from homeowners to businesses to government agencies. Our containers are used for both shipping and storage and are of the highest quality. Whatever you need to ship or store, we have the container solution for you.
Contact the Ohio container experts at Giant Lock Box for a quote today! Or call 1-866-333-3135